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Groundbreaking Digital Clarity Power Technology Integral to New Cordless Caller ID Telephone

- Amplified C4210 makes use of industry leading, patented audio processing technology -

Chattanooga, Tenn. - Clarity, a division of Plantronics Inc. (NYSE:PLT) and a leading supplier of products for those affected by a hearing loss, today introduced the first Caller ID enabled cordless amplified telephone available through its Clarity Professional brand.

Clarity's products allow those with significant hearing difficulties to easily use telephones. The C4210 amplifies incoming sound up to 40 decibels and incorporates the groundbreaking new Digital Clarity Power^TM technology. Digital Clarity Power provides unparalleled sound quality by utilizing advanced technology typically found in hearing aids to make soft sounds audible while keeping loud sounds bearable.

The C4210 alerts its user of a call with a bright, flashing visual ring indicator on the handset and base of the telephone. The C4210 also assures a user will not miss a call with the use of a handset that can vibrate while the phone is ringing. A lighted Type I Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID display allows users, who subscribe to a Caller ID option from their local phone company, to quickly and easily see who is calling. Ensuring every user will experience hassle-free, clear and reliable communications in their home, the C4210 uses 2.4GHz cordless technology.

Standard features of the C4210 include: a large lighted dial pad, vibrating handset ringer, a 2.5mm headset jack for hands-free telephone calls and a 3.5mm audio output port.

The C4210 may be purchased through Clarity Authorized Distributors. Manufacturer's suggested retail price is $249.95. For more information about Clarity or Clarity Professional products, please visit www.clarityproducts.com or call 1-800-552-3368.

About Clarity
Clarity, a Division of Plantronics Inc. (NYSE:PLT), is a leading supplier of amplified telephones, notification systems, assistive listening devices and other communications devices for the hearing loss and deaf markets. A leader in sound amplification, Clarity's patented technology, Clarity Power, provides customized solutions for customers who otherwise could not communicate easily and effectively with the outside world. As more people begin to address their hearing needs, Clarity will continue to provide effective technologies that are simple and easy to use. The company began in 1969 as a telecommunications manufacturer, and was acquired in 1986 by Plantronics, Inc., a leading provider of headsets to business and individual consumers worldwide.

About Plantronics
Plantronics introduced the first lightweight headset in 1962 and is recognized as the world leader in communications headsets. Plantronics headsets have been featured in numerous motion pictures and high-profile events, including Neil Armstrong's historic "One small step for man" transmission from the moon in 1969. A publicly held company headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, with approximately 4,400 employees, Plantronics maintains offices in 20 countries. For more information go to www.plantronics.com or call 1-800-544-4660.

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